How to keep your car's battery happy
The battery in your car needs proper treatment, so avoid doing things it doesn't like.
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Volvo goes electric with the C30 BEV
The lack of a Volvo-built battery-electric is about to change with the latest (Detroit Auto Show) iteration of the simply named Volvo C30 BEV.
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The future of fuel cell vehicles
At this year's NAIAS in Detroit, Honda called fuel cell technology the best solution for combating CO2, so why are they being put on the back burner in favor of battery electrics?
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Tesla completes cross-country trip
Mainstream automakers see all-electric vehicles in a limited role -- as commuter cars -- but Tesla Motors has wider sights for its roadster and sedan models.
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Will 2010 be a better year to buy a car?
After the carnage and fallout of 2008-2009, consumers now find themselves in a buyers' market with significant bargains at most every turn.
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Toyota will make Prius a sub-brand
Not only did Toyota introduce a new hybrid concept car at North American International Auto Show in Detroit, it also previewed a new brand with a familiar ring: Prius.
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15 ways to protect your car from theft
You don't want your car to be stolen, so what can you do to protect yourself from the huge and organized hazard that car thieves pose? Here are some suggestions.
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Fear of vanishing car brands grows
Why do car buyers turn their backs on particular brands? One big reason is their concern over the future of the brand, according to J.D. Power and Associates.
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Four ways to winterize your car
While a stall in the summer might leave you irritated, it's much less likely to be life-threatening than a stall in midwinter. Here's what to check before you set out in winter weather.
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When Ford Met Shelby: The story of the Shelby Cobra
The biggest irony surrounding Carroll Shelby's Cobra is that, while it has become an icon of Ford performance, it might just as well have been powered by Chevrolet.
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J.D. Power’s 2009 customer satisfaction rankings
This year's study marked the first time that an Indian-owned brand, Jaguar, topped the list in sales satisfaction among American consumers.
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Buick wants to change your mind
Turning around the commonly held perception of the Buick brand won't be easy, but the all-new Buick Regal introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show might well do the trick.
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Five cars to be thankful for
Despite economic and fuel efficiency concerns, some cars can still get your juices flowing.
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Honda’s design philosophy stresses function
Honda has been capturing kudos for its leading-edge design work. Nobuki Ebisawa, the general manager of styling and design development, sat down to talk about it.
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Ford to combine seat belt with air bag for increased safety
Air bags and seat belts have saved thousands of lives. So, why not combine the ideas? That’s the thinking behind the world’s first automotive inflatable seat belts.
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A bit of whimsy from the Tokyo Motor Show
The worldwide recession took its toll on the Tokyo Motor Show -- arguably the most varied and creative auto show on the globe -- but it still offered some zany vehicles.
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In Detroit, change comes too slowly
A new study posits that American automakers are lagging behind foreign companies because they don't change frequently enough.
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Chase for the Sprint Cup: It’s no World Series
Baseball's Fall Classic points out what NASCAR's Chase for the Cup could be but isn't.
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Silver still favorite vehicle color
What's North America's favorite vehicle color? According to PPG Industries, silver and charcoal were the most popular color family in North America, followed by white.
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A look at the post-Clunkers auto industry
The federal government's CARS 2009 created a lot of stir, but did the $3 billion government expenditure do any good?
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Nissan and Renault debut cars with replaceable batteries at Frankfurt
At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Nissan and Renault recently unveiled several electric cars with batteries that can be changed as easily as those for a digital camera.
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Ford brings in-dash computers to the next level
Ford Motor Co. has hurdled the competition with several industry-exclusive technologies that will help make business owners more productive and successful.
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Electric vehicles that will 'talk' to the grid
One way to recharge all the electric cars about to hit the market will be with an intelligent vehicle-to-grid system that "talks" directly with the nation's electric grid.
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Did Cash for Clunkers do its job?
Amid all the claims and counter-claims about Cash for Clunkers, one thing is clear: The CARS 2009 program stimulated the sales of new, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
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The story behind the Volkswagen Beetle
The VW Beetle suffered so many false starts that it is difficult to imagine a harder road to success. Yet, somehow, the car has not only survived but prospered.
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Battery electric cars: Ready for a comeback?
The electric car is not dead: Nissan is preparing to roll out its all-electric LEAF in 2010. The car has its pluses, but are they enough to counter a possibly big minus?
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Consumers catch Cash for Clunker-mania
It is hard to judge the success of an effort after its first few days, but if the initial results are any indication, Cash for Clunkers is a certified hit.
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How the Pontiac Firebird was born
The Firebird may have been a late out of the gates behind the Mustang, but it was still an immediate sales success. Here's how it all got started.
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Sell your old car yourself or trade it in?
Do you value your time more than getting every dollar possible? Try this easy formula to find out whether putting your sales skills to the test may benefit your wallet.
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Can hypermiling catch on as a motor sport?
Hypermiling is a new kind of motoring event in which cars are driven thousands of miles very slowly and carefully. But will it catch on with the general public?
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Cash for Clunkers law grabs consumer interest
Many consumers have become enticed by the idea of the government offering up to $4,500 for their old gas-guzzlers, even if they do not know the actual terms of the deal.
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Fiat controls Chrysler -- now what?
Chrysler was unable to make it work with Daimler, so will they have better success with Fiat? Also, would a Chrysler-GM merger have been a better option?
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Crossovers: The decade's vehicle success story
Many consumers still don't know a crossover from a hot-cross bun, but they have been buying them in record numbers. Here are seven that you may want to consider.
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Summer driving is hardly carefree
The nation's largest motor club expects rise in roadside assistance requests and offers motorists tips to avoid becoming stranded.
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Despite GM's woes, Cadillac ranked #1 in customer satisfaction
AutoPacific has released its Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, with Cadillac ranked #1 in customer satisfaction while Hyundai was named North American Car of the Year.
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When teens drive safely, everyone benefits
A decade-long effort to make America's roads safer for young drivers has yielded a benefit by making driving safer for all motorists and their passengers.
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Will the EPA end the internal combustion automobile?
The EPA has declared that carbon dioxide emissions are a "public health danger," and now the auto manufacturers must toe the line to government regulations.
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Is a 'Cash for Clunkers' program a good idea?
Washington is thinking about jump-starting auto sales by offering cash for older cars, but would this only hurt the aftermarket industry and raise the cost of used cars?
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AAA: Despite recession, cost of driving remains static
According to AAA's 2009 Your Driving Costs report, the average cost of owning and operating a new car in the U.S. has remained relatively unchanged year after year.
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Tesla takes big step with the Model S
It might not be the Ford Model T, but the Tesla Motors Model S might become the Model T of the electric car industry -- at least if Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk has his way.
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EPA to limit carbon dioxide, but to what end?
The EPA wants carbon dioxide to be declared a public health danger, a stance that couldn't have come at a worse time for the auto industry.
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Putting an end to "washed" & "cloned" cars
The Department of Justice is looking to put an end to the practices of "washing" and "cloning" cars through its new National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS).
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How NOT to divorce your car
Across the country, as economic woes worsen, car owners are resorting to desperate and sometimes illegal measures in an attempt to divorce themselves of expensive cars.
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New teen drivers laws are making roads safer
New efforts such as graduated driver licensing laws that are meant to keep teenaged drivers safe are proving to make roads safer for everyone else too.
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Explaining car repair and your warranty
Many people mistakenly assume that their warranty will be voided if they get their car serviced at an auto repair shop. Here's an explanation of what the law says.
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Cold weather and motor oil may not mix
In single-digit winter temperatures your vehicle's oil and filter are put to the test in ways you might never imagine.
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